Schroders Greencoat Expands UK Solar Portfolio with New Acquisitions Jul 23, 2024 Schroders Greencoat, the renewables infrastructure management arm of Schroders Capital, has expanded its UK solar portfolio by acquiring three solar PV assets from Metlen Energy and Metals, formerly known as Mytilineos. The new additions include ground-mounted solar developments in Lincolnshire, Worcestershire, and Nottinghamshire, with a combined capacity of approximately 110MW. With this acquisition, Greencoat’s operating […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Harworth gains outline planning consent for major 1.5 million sq. ft. Industrial & Logistics development in Derbyshire Jul 23, 2024 Harworth Group plc, a leading regenerator of land and property for sustainable development and investment, has secured a resolution to grant outline planning consent from Amber Valley Borough Council for the development of c1.5 million sq. ft. of Grade A Industrial & Logistics space and up to 300 new homes at its Cinderhill development in […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Urban&Civic to acquire L&Q Estates from L&Q Group Jul 23, 2024 London & Quadrant Housing Trust (“L&Q”) and Urban&Civic plc (“Urban &Civic”) are pleased to announce that the acquisition of L&Q Estates by Urban&Civic is now unconditional and will complete shortly. Urban&Civic, a leading Master Developer in the UK, was identified by L&Q as a logical purchaser to keep faith with the intention of boosting housing […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
5000 new homes: Longhurst and Grand Union Launch Consultation on 37,000-Home Merger Jul 22, 2024 Longhurst Group and Grand Union Housing Group will commence a six-week consultation with residents this Wednesday regarding their proposed merger to create a 37,000-home housing association. The boards of both organisations have approved the business case for the merger, which aims to enhance investment in existing properties and build 5,000 new homes over the next […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Nottinghamshire’s Iconic County Hall Redevelopment Opportunity? Jul 18, 2024 Investment and regeneration plans for Nottinghamshire’s iconic County Hall are underway, guided by extensive feedback from residents, businesses, and stakeholders. The County Council’s decision to vacate the historic building next year, due to high maintenance costs, has prompted a new vision for the site. A survey conducted this spring revealed strong support for preserving the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Clowes Developments confirm purchase of 31-acre development site, Harrier Park in Hucknall, Nottingham Jul 12, 2024 Clowes Developments have successfully purchased a 31-acre site at Harrier Park, Hucknall from Rolls-Royce via their Development manager Muse. The business park has been fully serviced by Muse and has the benefit of planning permission for circa 500,000 sq ft of warehouse/industrial space across six buildings. The site is located just on the edge of […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Clowes Developments purchase major mixed-use development site in Mansfield Jul 5, 2024 Clowes Developments have successfully purchased a 35-acre site at Pleasley Hill in Mansfield. Pleasley Hill was initially presented to the land and planning team at Clowes Developments in 2017 by land promotor, David Winterbotham. Since then, extensive due diligence and research into the sites potential has been happening behind the scenes and resulted in an […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
One to Watch: Home of the ‘Dambusters’ £300 Million Investment? May 3, 2024 Sir Edward Leigh, the Conservative MP for Gainsborough, has recommended “the entire site” of RAF Scampton be considered for development, highlighting its potential for attracting £300 million in investment, marking a significant opportunity for the region. Speaking in the House of Commons on Wednesday, May 1, Sir Edward emphasized the untapped potential of RAF Scampton, […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Wavensmere Homes’ £75m Plans for Derby’s Friar Gate Goods Yard Recommended for Approval Apr 18, 2024 Plans submitted by Wavensmere Homes and Clowes Developments for the redevelopment of the city’s historic Friar Gate Goods Yard have been recommended for approval by Derby City Council’s planning officials. The detailed design proposals – submitted in August 2023 – set out the vision for the reanimation of two landmark Grade II listed buildings into […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Wavensmere Homes Launches £10m Short-term Rental Facility at Nightingale Quarter, Derby Apr 15, 2024 Wavensmere Homes has launched ‘Covo’ a £10m short-term rental operation within the newest apartment building to complete at its £175m Nightingale Quarter development in Derby city centre. Bookings are being taken for stays of two nights or longer via a dedicated online portal. Comprising all 52 apartments within the six-storey red brick Hardwick House – […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
